Lazard Asset Management hires director for U.K. institutional

Mr. Barrett focuses on the U.K. institutional market. Further details of the role could not be immediately learned.

"(Mr. Barrett's) years of experience in the institutional market adds strength to our team in the U.K. He will play an important role in helping us build our profile and continue our growth in the U.K. institutional space," said CEO Jeremy Taylor in a news release.